"Appetiser challenges me to give the best version of myself. I like how the company is transparent about its business model and anyone can contribute with an idea for its improvement. The culture within the team is unique and everyone is talented and skillful in their profession. We set goals guided by virtues created by the team rather than the traditional core values.” - Jeff Miralles / iOS Developer
Are you someone who is DRIVING themselves to peak performance?
Are you excited by HELPING PEOPLE create technology that impacts millions every day?
If you answered YES to these questions, you may be a fit for Appetiser Apps.
Join a high-performance team who are striving to go from an Australian market leader to a worldwide phenomenon. Our competitors cannot keep up with our technology, pace, and track record of successful clients.
We need ambitious people like YOU to help us grow by 10X over the next 5 years.
YOU WILL:
BUILD beautiful websites using HTML and CSS to bring creative ideas to life.
COLLABORATE with designers and developers to create web apps and backend mobile solutions.
COORDINATE with teams to launch content, setting clear timelines and expectations.
PLAN for the unexpected by preparing backup solutions to ensure site reliability.
GROW and maintain the website by expanding its features and keeping content fresh.
LEAD projects and, when needed, take charge of a team from start to finish.
ADAPT quickly and take on new tasks as they arise.
Requirements
The right fit for this role is DETERMINED, CURIOUS and EAGER TO GROW with:
Has at least 1 year of post-graduate working experience
Has a strong work ethic and takes ownership of their learning
Is hungry to improve every day and open to feedback
Understands core programming fundamentals and is excited to build real-world applications
Has built mobile projects (school, internship, freelance, bootcamp, or personal apps)
Preferably less than 30 years old
BONUS: Experience in Agentic AI
Frontend/Backend
Basic understanding of Git for version control
Ability to write clean, readable, and maintainable code
Basic knowledge of unit testing principles
Understanding of how APIs work (REST fundamentals)
Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban)
Stable internet connection (minimum 30 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload)
Own laptop/desktop capable of handling development work
Backend:
Nice to have: Experience building projects using any modern backend framework (e.g., PHP/Laravel or similar architecture)
Understanding of databases and basic SQL schema design
Knowledge of clean coding principles (e.g., SOLID fundamentals)
Basic understanding of RESTful API design and testing (e.g., Postman, Insomnia, or similar tools)
Exposure to deployment processes or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure, or similar) is a plus
Frontend:
Comfortable with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, Vuejs
Experience working with any modern frontend framework/library
Understanding of responsive design and reusable component architecture
Exposure to testing tools or static typing (e.g., TypeScript) is a bonus
Join our team!
Flexible Work Arrangements: The ability to work from anywhere in the world as long as you perform.
Accelerate Your Career: After your probation period, you’ll receive regular performance and salary reviews every 6 months, giving you clear opportunities to advance based on your impact, growth, and contributions.
Fast-Track Junior Progression: Every 4 months, you’ll have the opportunity for a performance and compensation review, ensuring your hard work and improvement are recognized early and often. Your career progression is merit-based; the more you learn, take initiative, and consistently deliver quality work, the faster you can level up.
Become Your Best: Set personal & professional goals every quarter with your talent coach. Get optional counselling along the way.
Global Impact: Build products that reach users worldwide and truly make a difference in the world!
Public Recognition: Track your achievements as you build a personalportfolio & track record.
Join a Culture of Drivers: Become part of a team that’s striving to be their very best.
Monthly salary ranges from AUD 420–600, depending on hiring region, experience, and local market benchmarks.
If this resonates with you, please apply today.
P.S. We're hiring multiple individuals. If you want to recommend someone, please email us; an attractive referral bonus awaits!
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Appetiser Apps is a digital product development company that helps clients transform their ideas into successful SaaS, marketplace, and consumer applications. The company specializes in product-led growth strategies, working alongside clients from conception through launch to create innovative solutions tailored to unique market needs. They have established themselves as an Australian market leader with a track record of building successful products and are now scaling to become a worldwide phenomenon. The company focuses on helping startups and established businesses grow their digital products while providing strategic support in areas including product strategy, marketing, and fundraising.
